Job Title: Qualified Nursery PractitionerLocation: Crawley, West SussexSalary: CompetitiveJob Type: Full-timeEducation Level: NVQ Level 2 or 3 Child Care QualificationExperience: Minimum of 1 years of experience within a day nursery settingJob Description:We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our expanding team at our Crawley-based nursery. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality education and care to children in compliance with Company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the Childcare Act 2006 and Health and Safety legislation, all within the requirements and guidelines as laid down by Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance. The organisation is located close to local transport links. The nursery holds a Good Ofsted rating for their Baby and Nursery. They are open 07:30 - 18:00, Monday to Friday all weeks of the year except for one week at Christmas. All of their nurseries and pre-schools are bound together by the ethos to provide exceptional standards of care and education, and yet each nursery has freedom to develop its own individual and unique character.Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver high-quality education and care to children.
Create a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for children.
Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development.
Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.

Requirements:

NVQ Level 2 or 3 Child Care Qualification.
Minimum of 1 years of experience within a day nursery setting.
Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance.
Ability to work well in a team.

What you'll get in returnFlexible working options available. The nursery is passionate about developing the potential of their staff through training. The role is permanent and is an immediate start. They are open to discussing flexible working options with candidates, including part time and full time hours for this role. You will get competitive pay and holiday which will increase with length of service. The nursery offers additional incentives such as long service bonuses.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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